March 13, 2024

School Custodian

Job Description

The Custodian will clean and maintain the school or other educational facilities.

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Must pass a background check.

Required Skills/Abilities

  • Knowledge of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
  • Detail-oriented and thorough.
  • Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance.
  • Ability to keep the school clean and orderly.
  • Ability to interact with staff, students, parents, and visitors at school while remaining professional, polite, and courteous.

Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Performs general cleaning and janitorial duties in the common areas of the building.
  2. Performs minor repairs and maintenance such as replacing light fixtures or unclogging pipes.
  3. Assists in cleaning and sanitizing restrooms and cafeteria. 
  4. Performs limited grounds maintenance such as mowing and trimming lawns and hedges and cleaning snow from sidewalks. 
  5. Ensures heating and cooling systems are operational.
  6. Maintains a neat and orderly custodian’s room; ensures cleaning and maintenance supplies are stocked.
  7. Washes windows. 
  8. Assists in examining school for safety hazards; reports deficiencies to lead custodian, principal, and/or school resource officer. 
  9. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods standing.
  • Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

 

Terms of Employment

Salary:

Type of Assignment: Full-time, Exempt